Was the Royal Order of the Garter crest on common documents? I have a marriage certificate that bears the crest. Dated Sept 20, 1729
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At this link is a great photo of Firth in uniform wearing the Garter Star and sash (as was correct then, a lighter blue than today's Garter Sash) and many other medals/decorations. According to the article, the filmmakers went to great lengths to be sure the uniform was correct in every way.

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge arrives for the Garter Service at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle on June 13, 2011 in Windsor, England. The Order of the Garter is the senior and oldest British Order of Chivalry, founded by Edward III in 1348. Membership in the order is limited to the sovereign, the Prince of Wales, and no more than twenty-four members

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__________________There's not much of a difference between a stadium full of cheering fans and an angry crowd screaming abuse at you. They're both just making a lot of noise. How you take it is up to you. Convince yourself they're cheering for you. You do that, and someday, they will - Sue S.

__________________There's not much of a difference between a stadium full of cheering fans and an angry crowd screaming abuse at you. They're both just making a lot of noise. How you take it is up to you. Convince yourself they're cheering for you. You do that, and someday, they will - Sue S.